Laser Cutting Technician – Precision Production

Reliance, Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Laser Equipment Operator to perform advanced production activities on a variety of laser machines within the Plant family, working with blueprints and work orders to select materials and set up equipment for safe operation.

The role requires hands-on tolerance setting, measurement with calipers and micrometers, and quality inspections. You will maintain documentation, coordinate material handling, and ensure safety and ISO-quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years relevant experience or equivalent education.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to pass a respirator fitness test, if required.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laser machines.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and perform basic math.
• Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge.
• Strong manual dexterity and coordination.
• Able to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Good teamwork and relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced production activities on laser machines.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
• Select correct material for the job according to work order.
• Set up laser cutting unit for safe operation by selecting appropriate nozzles and speeds/feeds.
• Determine processing specifications such as materials, sizes, tolerances and sequences.
• Position work pieces for processing and operate machines as required.
• Adjust controls to set cutting speed, depth and feed rates.
• Measure pieces using calipers, micrometers, scales to ensure conformance.
• Perform quality control inspections on finished product; participate in In-Process QC where applicable.
• Clean equipment according to maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose problems and remove scrap.
• Coordinate and execute material handling.
• Complete work order paperwork and restock material.
• Mark identification on material/work pieces as needed.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Laser machine setup

Blueprint reading

Measurement skills

Quality control

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Documentation

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Laser Equipment Operator to perform advanced production activities on a variety of laser machines within the Plant family, working with blueprints and work orders to select materials and set up equipment for safe operation.

The role requires hands-on tolerance setting, measurement with calipers and micrometers, and quality inspections. You will maintain documentation, coordinate material handling, and ensure safety and ISO-quality standards are met.